Travel MRI Technologist - $2,066 per week

TotalMed; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A travel healthcare company based in Virginia is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist for a 13-week travel assignment in Lynchburg, Virginia. The position requires at least one year of experience, BLS certification, and ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification. Responsibilities include patient interaction, ensuring MRI safety, assisting in procedures, and evaluating scans for quality. A tax-free stipend is included in the compensation package for this role, which includes 12-hour day shifts and 36 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of MRI technologist experience.
• BLS certification and ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT national certification.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lean, or stoop for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Confirm patient identification and explain imaging procedures.
• Screen patients for MRI safety before procedures.
• Position patients for scans using immobilization equipment.
• Assist radiologists with performance of procedures.
• Evaluate MRI scans for technical quality.
• Start IVs, administer contrast media as directed and per protocol.
• Evaluate MRI scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure, and label appropriately.
• Load and operate power injectors for contrast media administration.
• Follow safety procedures when working with radiation.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Use the McKesson PACS system.

Skills

MRI technologist experience

BLS certification

Knowledge of anatomy

Education

ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification

ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification

State licensing where required

Tools

McKesson PACS system

Job description

Job Overview

TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel MRI Technologist for a travel assignment in Lynchburg, Virginia. The assignment is 13 weeks long, lasting 36 hours per week, with 12‑hour day shifts.

Job Details

• Specialty: MRI Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12‑hour days
• Employment Type: Travel

Responsibilities

• Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests, and explain imaging procedures to patients, providing reassurance and support as required.
• Screen patients for MRI safety prior to procedures.
• Interpret doctors' written instructions accurately.
• Position patients for scans using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with regulation and ensure safety of patients and staff.
• Assist radiologist with procedure performance.
• Start IVs, administer contrast media as directed and per protocol.
• Evaluate MRI scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure, and label appropriately.
• Load and operate power injectors for contrast media administration.
• Follow safety procedures when working with radiation.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Use the McKesson PACS system.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of MRI technologist experience.
• BLS certification and ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT national certification with registration in magnetic resonance imaging, and state‑specific licensing where required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lean, or stoop for long periods without difficulty and knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Compensation

The pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36 hours per week with a tax‑free stipend. Exact amount to be determined.

Job ID

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1396409.